If you’re the kind of person who sees a last-minute vacation as a personality trait, or you just really love a good deal (and hate winter), MSC’s latest pricing on 7-night Bahamas cruises aboard MSC Meraviglia might be your next favorite excuse to pack a suitcase.
We’re talking $289 per person for a full week at sea. That’s not a typo. That’s a Tuesday dinner bill for four — or seven nights with ocean breezes, unlimited pizza, and zero laundry responsibilities.
The Itinerary: Warm Weather Without a Passport Stamp
These cruises sail roundtrip from Brooklyn, NYC — so yes, you can leave your winter coat behind and hop on a ship without setting foot in an airport.
Ports of call include:
- Port Canaveral (Orlando) – Pretend you’re going to Disney. Or don’t.
- Nassau, Bahamas – Hit the beaches, grab conch fritters, dodge Senor Frog’s.
- Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve – MSC’s private island, aka: no fighting over beach chairs with 9,000 other cruisers.
Sample Deal: January 11, 2026
- Ship: MSC Meraviglia
- Sailing from: NYC (Brooklyn)
- Duration: 7 nights
- Interior cabin: $289 per person
Yes, that’s less than $42 a day — including meals, entertainment, and someone else making your bed. (Try getting that deal in Manhattan.) If you live within driving distance of NYC, this deal is even cheaper than flying down to Miami and taking a 3-day cruise to the Bahamas on most lines!
Other Sail Dates With Low Prices
These prices fluctuate, but if you’re flexible, here are other departure dates showing similar value:
- November 2025: 2nd, 9th, 30th
- December 2025: 7th, 14th
- January 2026: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
- February 2026: 1st, 8th, 22nd
Pro tip: Mid-January to early February is the sweet spot — the post-holiday blues are real, and so are the cruise discounts.
Should You Book?
If you’re within driving distance of New York and can take a week off (or just need to “work remotely” with a better view), this is a fantastic value — especially on a newer ship like MSC Meraviglia, which offers:
- Broadway-style shows
- A multi-level promenade with LED ceilings
- Gelato on tap (not officially, but close enough)
- And plenty of balcony cabins if you want to upgrade without breaking the bank
Cruising in 2026 doesn’t have to cost $2,000 and involve a red-eye flight. Sometimes, it’s just sitting there in Brooklyn, waiting for you to say “why not?”
At $289, this is one of those deals you’ll brag about forever. Or at least until someone at dinner one-ups you with “I once sailed for $199.” (It’s always a competition.)
